Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport mode is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced. This provides additional quick acceleration which may be needed to safely make maneuvers such as lane changes, merging onto freeways, or passing other vehicles.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when driving on slippery roads such as wet or snow-covered roads. It may cause tire slipping.
NOTE
Drive Selection Switch
Press the drive selection switch forward (“
”) to select the sport mode. Pull
the drive selection switch back (“
”) to cancel the sport mode.

NOTE
Select Mode Indication
When the sport mode is selected, the select mode indication turns on in the instrument cluster.

NOTE
If the drive selection cannot be switched to sport mode, the select mode indication flashes to notify the driver.
Fuel Economy Monitor
Power SteeringMazda 6 Owners Manual: Direct Mode
Direct mode can be used for temporarily switching gears by operating the steering
shift switch while the vehicle is being driven with the selector lever in the D
range.
While in direct mode, the D and M indication illuminate and the gear position
in use is illuminated. Direct mode is canceled ...
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